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Snigdha Ahuja

Snigdha Ahuja writes on fashion, for the daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

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This Delhi designer serenades verses like he does silhouettes

Designer Pranav Mishra, co-founder of fashion label Huemn, is also a poet who romances Hindi, Urdu and English words in his own unique way. Here’s how he balances two worlds.

Pranav Mishra is the co-founder of fashion label, Huemn.(instagram/pranavkriti)

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Updated on Sep 16, 2017 07:04 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

New York Fashion Week: Here’s how India made its presence felt on the runway

From jewelled accessories and homegrown handlooms to designers and models — Indian presence was palpable on New York runways.

Naeem Khan's Spring/Summer 2018 collection had accessories like nath and delicate silver and florals.(Brendan McDermid)

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 13, 2017 05:25 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Indian by Manish Arora has reportedly shut down its operations

Sources claim that designer Manish Arora’s Indian line is now discontinued and the joint venture between Arora and stakeholder BIBA has come apart.

Indian by Manish Arora includes saris, lehengas and full fledged bridalwear.

lifestyle

Updated on Aug 25, 2017 04:36 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Tales of Indulgence: Manish Malhotra slays Mumbai after fashion week finale in Delhi

Designer Manish Malhotra closed fashion week in Mumbai, his second grand finale within a month.

Designer Manish Malhotra with his showstoppers, actors Jacqueline Fernandez and Aditya Roy Kapoor.(Pramod Thakur/HT Photo)

lifestyle

Updated on Aug 21, 2017 03:17 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Sustainable fashion: Veteran designer Madhu Jain innovates with bamboo-silk ikat

The designer, who has actively worked towards conserving India’s textile and crafts, is launching bamboo-silk ikat that adds to Indian fashion’s sustainable future.

Aashali Shukla in Madhu Jain’s creation.(Rohit Chawla)

lifestyle

Published on Aug 16, 2017 03:43 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

EXCLUSIVE: Meet the world’s first wheelchair-bound professional model, Alexandra Kutas

Alexandra Kutas, the professional model from Ukraine, has been on a wheelchair since birth, and she just signed up with Strawberrifox, a modelling agency in Delhi.

Alexandra Kutas is a 23-year-old model from Ukraine, who has been signed by Strawberrifox modelling agency in India.(Raajessh Kashyap/HT)

lifestyle

Updated on Aug 12, 2017 01:55 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Sensual Affair: Here’s a glimpse of Manish Malhotra’s beautiful collection for India Couture Week finale

Designer Manish Malhotra will be showcasing his couture collection Sensual Affair to close India Couture Week 2017 in Delhi. Actors Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt will be his showstoppers.

Manish Malhotra’s finale collection is called Sensual Affair.

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 29, 2017 04:27 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Celebrating 10 years of India Couture Week: Here are 10 things you didn’t know about it

From its inception to the strong Bollywood connect — Sunil Sethi, president, Fashion Design Council of India, tells us 10 interesting facts about India Couture Week.

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 25, 2017 07:11 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

India Couture Week 2017: A sneak peek into all the runway action in store

From themes and formats to all the inspiration — here’s a quick look at what to expect at India Couture Week 2017, presented by Fashion Design Council of India, starting today (July 24).

Anita Dongre’s couture in the making. She will be showing as a part of the seven-day fashion affair.

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 24, 2017 12:20 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Shilpa Shetty, Athiya Shetty, Bhumi Pednekar and more at India Couture Week 2017

Stars are set to take on Delhi runways. Arjun Rampal, Dia Mirza, Huma Qureshi and Aditi Rao Hydari are some of the actors expected to walk at India Couture Week 2017 starting July 24.

Bollywood stars will be taking over the Delhi runways at India Couture Week 2017.

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 24, 2017 12:17 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Tarun Tahiliani: A sensible buyer would buy couture that can be worn more than once

As he gets set to showcase at India Couture Week 2017, Tarun Tahiliani says ready-to-wear bridal is the future of the wedding market, especially for buyers who have full regard for time and expense.

Designer Tarun Tahiliani will be showcasing occasion wear and RTW bridalwear at India Couture Week 2017.

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 23, 2017 12:37 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Finally, we have bridal lehengas that can be washed at home

Designer Rahul Mishra, who is showcasing at FDCI’s India Couture Week in Delhi, is creating ‘cotton couture’ and pieces that can be machine-washed and worn multiple times.

Sustainable couture might be the next big thing in weddingwear.

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 22, 2017 12:01 PM IST

BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Jean Paul Gaultier continues love affair with India at Paris Haute Couture Week

From sari drapes to bejewelled looks — designer Jean Paul Gaultier continued to showcase his love for India at the recently concluded couture week in Paris.

A model presents a creation by Jean Paul Gaultier during the 2017-2018 fall/winter Haute Couture fashion showcase in Paris.(AFP/Thomas Samson)

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 08, 2017 05:25 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Can’t live without peeli daal? Believe it or not, even Miley Cyrus has fallen in love with it

It’s true! Miley, who is vegan, loves her portion of daal and we totally understand why. Check out how she showed off her lentil love.

Miley Cyrus showed off her dal-icious love on Instagram.

entertainment

Updated on Jul 07, 2017 03:55 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

The gym is the new airport: The changing face of Bollywood fashion

The shutterbugs have moved from outside the airport to celebrity fitness hubs, as stars in activewear become the latest click-fad. Here’s why everyone’s paying attention.

Amrita Arora Ladak and Kareena Kapoor are often clicked outside the gym.(Viral Bhayani)

lifestyle

Updated on Jun 29, 2017 05:55 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Carla Fendi, who helped catapult Italian fashion brand to success, dies in Rome at 79

Carla Fendi, one of five sisters who put luxury fashion house Fendi on the map, died in Rome late Monday night.

lifestyle

Updated on Jun 29, 2017 05:55 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Look who copied Rohit Bal’s design, and got shamed on Facebook for it

Designer Rohit Bal is out to target plagiarists, pointing out copies of his creations on Facebook. Here’s the complete story.

Rohit Bal’s creation on the runway (left); Seema Mehta’s design (right).

lifestyle

Updated on Jun 14, 2017 12:05 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Every stitch has a story: A detailed read for those with a keen eye for craftsmanship

Chikankari: A Lucknawi Tradition, by Italian author Paola Manfredi, is an intricate look at chikankari embroidery, its roots, and its relevance in contemporary times.

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Updated on Jun 09, 2017 05:05 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Sartorial side of sport: Good or bad? Here’s what fashion experts have to say

Is it okay to shift focus from the field of sports to the realm of fashion? Is it imperative for a television host to be styled well? Fashion designers join the debate.

The focus was on Mayanti Langer Binny and her in-studio style during Sunday’s India-Pakistan cricket match.

lifestyle

Updated on Jun 05, 2017 06:56 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

World Environment Day: Here’s how you can be a responsible consumer of fashion

Are you a responsible buyer? Do you know the difference between sustainable and organic fashion? Experts tell you how to choose maximum style with minimum impact on the environment.

A model in an Anavila handwoven linen sari.(Raajessh Kashyap/HT)

lifestyle

Updated on Jun 03, 2017 01:07 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Linen, jamdani, earthy hues — Nandita Das is doing her own thing at Cannes

From linen saris and comfortable handloom separates to classic zari, check out how Nandita Das is showcasing everyday Indian fashion at Cannes Film Festival 2017.

Actor Nandita Das is at the Cannes Film Festival to promote her directorial venture, Manto.

lifestyle

Updated on May 26, 2017 02:24 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Platinum, pastel, bronde — celebrity hair at Cannes is breaking the boring mould

If you thought everyone has been playing it safe at the Cannes Film Festival, think again. From Salma Hayek and Kristen Stewart to Deepika Padukone — your summer hair colour inspiration is here.

Salma Hayek has been rocking pink hair at the festival.

lifestyle

Updated on Jun 28, 2017 07:47 AM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at Cannes Film Festival: A princess oozing confidence

In her 16th year on the Cannes red carpet, Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore a dress straight out of fairytales. Designers hail it as ‘dramatic’, ‘adventurous’ and ‘a fresh take on fashion’.

From Cinderella to Frozen’s Elsa, a number of fairytale characters appeared to have been channelled by actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, according to comparisons drawn by social network users.(AFP/Valery Hache)

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Updated on May 20, 2017 01:20 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Let’s talk about those eyes: Deepika Padukone’s green play and what experts think of it

Move over Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s purple lip, because Deepika Padukone’s jewel-toned green eyes are making all the noise. Here’s what beauty experts think of her look.

Deepika Padukone went for smoked-out green eyes for her second outing at the Cannes Film Festival 2017.(IANS)

lifestyle

Updated on May 20, 2017 01:44 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Deepika Padukone’s red carpet look at Cannes: What Indian fashion designers think of it

Did the colour work? Was the makeup on point? Find out what designers Rina Dhaka, Suneet Varma, Ritu Beri and Anand Bhushan think of Deepika Padukone’s red carpet appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.

Deepika Padukone wore a Marchesa gown for the Cannes red carpet.

lifestyle

Updated on May 18, 2017 04:22 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Celebrating Indian craftsmen: This is why #CottonIsCool is trending on Twitter

With the help of minister of textiles Smriti Irani, #CottonIsCool has gone viral on social media. Many including ministers, Bollywood actors and fashion designers are posting pictures in their favourite cotton creations in support of the campaign.

Textile minister Smriti Irani kicked off the campaign on Twitter.

lifestyle

Updated on May 16, 2017 06:01 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Sari story at Cannes Film Festival: Sonam Kapoor and Aishwarya Rai to Vidya Balan

Bollywood divas in drapes have made there presence felt on the Cannes red carpet, time and again. Here, we look at seven sari looks — from Sonam Kapoor and Nimrat Kaur to Vidya Balan.

The sari has made its presence felt on the Cannes red carpet.

lifestyle

Updated on May 13, 2017 03:40 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Cannes Film Festival 2017: Starry beauty looks that we hope make a comeback this year

From statement brows to experimental eye makeup — here are some beauty trends we would love to see on the Cannes red carpet, which rolls out on May 17.

Sonam Kapoor‘s look from last year where she experimented with aqua blue eyeliner.(AP)

lifestyle

Updated on May 13, 2017 05:10 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

Move over tequila: These milk and cookie shots will give you a sweet high like no other

What happens when you revive a childhood favourite with a delicious twist? #Foodenvy takes over! Check out some of our favourite recipes of milk and cookie shots, and try not to drool.

The milk is served in edible cookie shot glasses.(YouTube/ Cookies, Cupcake and Cardio)

lifestyle

Updated on May 12, 2017 01:34 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

#nowtrending: Who needs pants when you’ve got waist-high boots

If you though thigh-high was the limit, think again. From luxury brands to Hollywood stars like Salma Hayek and Kendall Jenner — boots that ride up to the waist are winning the battle over the humble pair of pants.

Model Kendall Jenner flaunted waist-high boots on her Instagram page.

lifestyle

Updated on May 09, 2017 05:15 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySnigdha Ahuja, New Delhi

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Snigdha Ahuja

Snigdha Ahuja writes on fashion, for the daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

Designer Pranav Mishra, co-founder of fashion label Huemn, is also a poet who romances Hindi, Urdu and English words in his own unique way. Here’s how he balances two worlds.

From jewelled accessories and homegrown handlooms to designers and models — Indian presence was palpable on New York runways.

Sources claim that designer Manish Arora’s Indian line is now discontinued and the joint venture between Arora and stakeholder BIBA has come apart.

Designer Manish Malhotra closed fashion week in Mumbai, his second grand finale within a month.

The designer, who has actively worked towards conserving India’s textile and crafts, is launching bamboo-silk ikat that adds to Indian fashion’s sustainable future.

Alexandra Kutas, the professional model from Ukraine, has been on a wheelchair since birth, and she just signed up with Strawberrifox, a modelling agency in Delhi.

Designer Manish Malhotra will be showcasing his couture collection Sensual Affair to close India Couture Week 2017 in Delhi. Actors Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt will be his showstoppers.

From its inception to the strong Bollywood connect — Sunil Sethi, president, Fashion Design Council of India, tells us 10 interesting facts about India Couture Week.

From themes and formats to all the inspiration — here’s a quick look at what to expect at India Couture Week 2017, presented by Fashion Design Council of India, starting today (July 24).

Stars are set to take on Delhi runways. Arjun Rampal, Dia Mirza, Huma Qureshi and Aditi Rao Hydari are some of the actors expected to walk at India Couture Week 2017 starting July 24.

As he gets set to showcase at India Couture Week 2017, Tarun Tahiliani says ready-to-wear bridal is the future of the wedding market, especially for buyers who have full regard for time and expense.

Designer Rahul Mishra, who is showcasing at FDCI’s India Couture Week in Delhi, is creating ‘cotton couture’ and pieces that can be machine-washed and worn multiple times.

From sari drapes to bejewelled looks — designer Jean Paul Gaultier continued to showcase his love for India at the recently concluded couture week in Paris.

It’s true! Miley, who is vegan, loves her portion of daal and we totally understand why. Check out how she showed off her lentil love.

The shutterbugs have moved from outside the airport to celebrity fitness hubs, as stars in activewear become the latest click-fad. Here’s why everyone’s paying attention.

Carla Fendi, one of five sisters who put luxury fashion house Fendi on the map, died in Rome late Monday night.

Designer Rohit Bal is out to target plagiarists, pointing out copies of his creations on Facebook. Here’s the complete story.

Chikankari: A Lucknawi Tradition, by Italian author Paola Manfredi, is an intricate look at chikankari embroidery, its roots, and its relevance in contemporary times.

Is it okay to shift focus from the field of sports to the realm of fashion? Is it imperative for a television host to be styled well? Fashion designers join the debate.

Are you a responsible buyer? Do you know the difference between sustainable and organic fashion? Experts tell you how to choose maximum style with minimum impact on the environment.

From linen saris and comfortable handloom separates to classic zari, check out how Nandita Das is showcasing everyday Indian fashion at Cannes Film Festival 2017.

If you thought everyone has been playing it safe at the Cannes Film Festival, think again. From Salma Hayek and Kristen Stewart to Deepika Padukone — your summer hair colour inspiration is here.

In her 16th year on the Cannes red carpet, Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore a dress straight out of fairytales. Designers hail it as ‘dramatic’, ‘adventurous’ and ‘a fresh take on fashion’.

Move over Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s purple lip, because Deepika Padukone’s jewel-toned green eyes are making all the noise. Here’s what beauty experts think of her look.

Did the colour work? Was the makeup on point? Find out what designers Rina Dhaka, Suneet Varma, Ritu Beri and Anand Bhushan think of Deepika Padukone’s red carpet appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.

With the help of minister of textiles Smriti Irani, #CottonIsCool has gone viral on social media. Many including ministers, Bollywood actors and fashion designers are posting pictures in their favourite cotton creations in support of the campaign.

Bollywood divas in drapes have made there presence felt on the Cannes red carpet, time and again. Here, we look at seven sari looks — from Sonam Kapoor and Nimrat Kaur to Vidya Balan.

From statement brows to experimental eye makeup — here are some beauty trends we would love to see on the Cannes red carpet, which rolls out on May 17.

What happens when you revive a childhood favourite with a delicious twist? #Foodenvy takes over! Check out some of our favourite recipes of milk and cookie shots, and try not to drool.

If you though thigh-high was the limit, think again. From luxury brands to Hollywood stars like Salma Hayek and Kendall Jenner — boots that ride up to the waist are winning the battle over the humble pair of pants.

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